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Trip Facts

  • Total Duration 32 days
  • Trip Grade Strenuous Plus
  • Max Altitude 7126m.
  • Start From Koto
  • End From Koto
  • Min Size 2 Pax
  • Trip Mode Trekking/Climbing
  • Accommodation Tea House/Camping
  • Best Season: Spring and Autumn

Trip Highlights

  • Summing of HimlungHimal 7126m.
  • 360 degree view from summit
  • Beautiful Mountain Valleys
  • Waterfalls and Mountain Rivers
  • Gurung and Tibetan villages
  • Ancient Buddhist Monasteries, Stupas and Colorful pray Flags

With exceptional landscapes and beautiful sceneries, the Manaslu region offersa thrilling experience to adventureseekers. HimlungHimal, popularly known as Mt. Himlung at 7126 meters/ 23,380 ft, is situated on the northern side of the Annapurna range bordering with Tibet.

This recently opened peak will give you a good outlook of remote villages in Nepal and Tibet.Himlung climbing has become one of the most famous expeditions among the 7000-meter mountains soon enough after its opening. No doubt it would be, asexpedition lovers are enjoying this voyage!

Not too long ago, this region was a restricted one. The Government of Nepal opened its expedition permits only after 1992. So far,only a few expedition teams, including the French and Japanese, have successfully summited Mount Himlung.

This itinerary covers the round of Annapurna to Koto and then follows the track towards Nar and Phu village. It hasn’t been much longer since the path from Nar and Phuvillage to Manangwas made public. A remarkable bunch of narrow ravines will embrace you, rocks,glaciers, springs,Gompas, heightened peaks and passes.

The secluded villages will reveal their unique culture along with theoverwhelming views of Rajramba,Nandadevi, LamjungHimal,and Kappa Chuli Peak. Popular mountains in this area are KangaruHimal (6981m), Nemjung (7140m),Manaslu (8163m), Manaslu North (7157m), and RatnaChuli (7035m). The trek passes through scenic glaciers, beautiful forests, and narrow gullies.

The base camp is settled at an altitude of 4850 meters above sea level. You will experience a soothing course of alpinism from its Base Camp to the Summit. Trekkers have to reachthree higher camps before reaching the Summit. Camp 1 at 5450 meters, Camp 2 at 6150 meters, and Camp 3 at 6350 meters demand icy and tough climbing.

Apart from the thrilling experience of high elevated mountaineering, the unique architecture, mysterious culture, and biological diversity of the regionwillsurely startleyou. The dazzling peaks, isolated corners, and villages likePhu with its narrow gorges, old monasteries, springs, and extraordinary ancient settlements are the best part of the trip.

At Blossom Expeditions, we aim to make your trip stress-free and full of fun. Our experienced guides and staff members will provide you high-quality services with well-equipped and affordable travel plans.

Trip Itinerary

Days programs
1 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel (1400m)
2-3 Climbing and Document preparation
4 Drive from Kathmandu to Koto (9-10 hours) (2600m)
5 Trek from Koto to Meta (3560m) (7-8 hours)
6 Trek from Meta to Kyang (3840m) (3-4 hours)
7 Trek from Kyang to PhuGaun (3900m) (3-4 hours)
8 Rest day at Phu village
9 PhuGaun to Himlung Base Camp (4900m) (4-5 hours)
10-27 Climbing period Himlung Summit (7126m) and base camp:
28 Trek to PhuGaun (3900m)(5-6 hours)
29 Trek from PhuGaun to Meta (3560m) (6-7 hours)
30 Trek from Meta to Koto (2600m) (7-8 hours)
31 Drive to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel (6-7 hours)
32 Final departure

Trip Cost

What's Included

  • Domestic Airport Transfer in a private vehicle
  • 4 night accommodation in KTM 3 star standard Hotel including Breakfast
  • Three time meals (breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and Tea/Coffee during the trek/Climbing
  • Accommodation during the trekking (Lodge)  and during the Climbing (Tent)
  • All the ground transfer according to the itinerary
  • Transfer Kathmandu-Koto-Kathmandu by reserved Jeep
  • English Speaking trained Guide/Leader, Climbing Guide (per client 1 climbing guide)
  • Expeditions Staff wages, insurance, equipment, food, accommodation and transfer
  • Equipment allowances for climbing Guide/Sherpa, Chefs and Kitchen assistance
  • Equipment allowances and wages for government liaison officer
  •  Trek permit, climbing permit and National Park Fee
  • 30kg baggage per person during the trekking will be carries by porter
  • Solar panel for light and battery charging (Generator in a bigger Group)
  • Camping equipment (tents, kitchen utensils, mattress)
  • Group climbing equipment (Fixed & main Rope, Ice Bars, Ice Screws, Snow Bars etc)
  • First Aid Kit (carried by Guide)
  • Satellite Phone carried by our Guide for communication (Pay use only)
  • Walkie-Talkies
  • Altitude chamber (PAC) or Oxygen (1 bottle for emergency pay use only)
  • All our service charge and Government Taxes
  • Garbage Deposit

What's Excludes

  • Visa fee
  • International Airfare
  • Excess baggage charge on the Trekking (more than 30kg)
  • Food in Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance emergency evacuation and personal medical expenses.
  • Personal expenses (Phone calls, internet, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porter, bobble/boiled water and shower
  • Personal climbing equipment
  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • Filming permit
  • Nepal custom duty for import or expeditions goods
  • Summit bonus for climbing guides as per mountaineering rules, minimum USD…… per climbing guide/Sherpa
  • Any donation along the trail and anything that not mentioned above
  • Tips for staff

Trip Highlights

  • Summing of HimlungHimal 7126m.
  • 360 degree view from summit
  • Beautiful Mountain Valleys
  • Waterfalls and Mountain Rivers
  • Gurung and Tibetan villages
  • Ancient Buddhist Monasteries, Stupas and Colorful pray Flags

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Nepal Contact Info

PO Box No: 21101, Kapan - 12
Phone Tel: 977-1-4810388
Cell: 977 - 9841454462
Email: info@blossomexpeditions.com
ambartg@yahoo.com

U.S. A. Contact Info

Gyandip Lama
556 Tulsa Street, San Lorenza
California, 94580
Tel: 415-694-1388
gyandip_lama2002@yahoo.com

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